Nationalism vs Internationalism Dilemma What dilemma Chap 15
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Nationalism vs. Internationalism Dilemma? What dilemma? (Chap 15) SS 20 -1
At Issue? � Why is nationalism sometimes sacrificed in favour of internationalism � How is nationalism sacrificed? � What are some of the impacts of such sacrifice? � When the heck is this unit going to end? ?
Why is nationalism sometimes sacrificed in favour of internationalism? � The EU serves as a model to understand this question � The EU offers its many member lots of benefits. . . but. . . It does compromise the nations’ independence � The “Schengen Agreement” – abolishes border controls between participating members � If anyone can freely cross borders between EU members, does national security exist anymore?
National culture vs. European culture � Britain was reluctant to join the EU out of fears that its national interests and identity would take a back seat – Britain joined anyways � This fear shows that some say there is a trend toward the creation of a European culture at the expense of national cultures. � Slovenia – one of the newer European nations has been vulnerable to aggressive nations and internal ethnic fighting throughout its history ◦ They chose to join the EU despite considering an isolationist policy ◦ Why? ? ? The benefits of membership (economic, political and social) outweigh the drawbacks imposed on their independence
Some other cultural concerns. . . � Creation of the EU has led to people gaining access to work over much greater areas � Employers can draw from a much larger group of workers and professionals � But. . . Immigration is a problem for some EU nations � ie – the influx of Muslim immigrants has led to many new challenges ◦ Differences in religion, traditions and rules about clothing ◦ There are more Muslims in EU jails then there are Europeans ◦ Are Muslims being unfairly targeted? ◦ What rights and obligations do individuals and collectives have within the EU?
Compromise, Harmonize. . . For countries to work together, they have cooperate and be willing to give in to one another so that all benefit � Policies such as deregulation, integration and harmonization become important � In some cases, national governments may be less able to assert independence because their hands may be tied by treaties and agreements �
Who serves whom? International terrorism is a shared concern for all nations � Since Sept. 11, 2001, the US and Canada have increasingly coordinated their security and defense policies � This coordination is especially noticeable in the military � Canada has increased its military spending by increasing troop levels and shifting toward multi force and multicountry operations � Increasing, Canadian troops are supporting US military operations and are working under the leadership of US forces � Is this a hegemonic relationship, or do both countries benefit? Canada’s defense capabilities have improved in recent years �
Onto NAFTA for the final word. . � Depending on your perspective, NAFTA is either a good thing or a bad arrangement for Canada � Read p. 335 -336 to discuss the pros and cons of NAFTA – create a t-chart to record your findings � Does Canada gain more than it loses by giving up some of its national interests to accommodate NAFTA?
